St John the Baptist
Bust
first half of 15th century (made)
first half of 15th century (made)
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This bust representing St John the Baptist is made by the Master of the David and St. John statuettes.
The Master of the David and St. John Statuettes is a name assigned by scholars to the artists (there were at least two) who created a series of small sculptures on these and other biblical themes.
The Master of the David and St. John Statuettes is a name assigned by scholars to the artists (there were at least two) who created a series of small sculptures on these and other biblical themes.
Object details
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Title | St John the Baptist (generic title) |
Materials and techniques | Terracotta |
Brief description | Bust in terracotta, St. John the Baptist, by the Master of the David and St John Statuettes, Italy (Florence), first half of 15th century |
Physical description | This bust shows a youthful head of St John with curling hair, the shoulders draped. The head is turned upwards to the right. |
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Summary | This bust representing St John the Baptist is made by the Master of the David and St. John statuettes. The Master of the David and St. John Statuettes is a name assigned by scholars to the artists (there were at least two) who created a series of small sculptures on these and other biblical themes. |
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Accession number | 6819-1859 |
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Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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